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  • Vaccine reactions....what to look for

    Vaccine Reactions, although rare, can sometimes occur. The protection against disease that vaccines provide far outweighs the potential risks associated with vaccination. You should consider scheduling your pet's vaccinations for a time when you can spend several hours with your pet following vaccination. By being able to observe your pet during ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on April 1, 2008

  • Summer is coming....and the days getting warmer

    I know some of us can't believe it but summer is coming.  Do you know what the signs of dehydration are in a pet?  Do you know what to do? After intense playing or long walks/jogs have you noticed your dog heavily panting? tongue hanging low? lacking focus? If you find that your pet is dehydrated shade, water and a cold ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on March 25, 2008

  • Pain Control for Pets

    If you are looking for information on pain and how to control it for your pet then maybe you should watch/listen to the following webcast that will be presented by the Morris Animal Foundation.  It should be very informative for both owners and those of us who help animals.  I have heard Dr. Downing speak before and she is ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on March 6, 2008

  • Pet Insurance an Employee Benefit

    I know that when working at a veterinary clinic I got a lot of my pets' medical needs and supplies at cost which was a great benefit of working at a clinic.  But as I read an article on MSNBC more companies are giving their employees pet insurance.  According to the article ''Veterinary Pet Insurance,  the nation’s largest ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on March 5, 2008

  • Would you do this for a living?

    I just read this article on the Daily Mail about a gentleman who ''sniffs and peers at the product he is testing.  Then he samples a soupcon, noting the blend of flavours and aromas. Only when he is completely satisfied will Marks & Spencer put the dish on the shelves - among the pet foods.'' I love my animals but honestly I just ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on March 4, 2008

  • Why do they lick.....

    Ever wondered why your hound licks you?  Well here's a quick explanation.  Licking is a very natural behaviour for dogs and it starts from early puppy hood.Puppies lick each other for several reasons – To groom one another To strengthens the bond between littermates. Licking may continue in adulthood. An adult dog may lick the ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on February 14, 2008

  • More on the tainted food indictments

    If you are looking for further infomation on the tainted pet food indictments read this update on the Daily Green website:  ''Here is how the FDA described the indictments: The indictments allege that more than 800 tons of purported wheat gluten, totaling nearly $850,000, was imported into the United States between Nov. 6, 2006, and ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on February 7, 2008

  • Pet Personality Study

    Do you want to participate on an online study to investigate if your pet is like you in terms of personality?  Well Professor Wiseman of the University of Hertfordshire has launched just such a study at www.petpersonality.co.uk.  In the study owners will be asked what kind of pets they have and to rate their personalities and then the ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on February 6, 2008

  • Top Ten list for 2007.....

    The AKC released its list of top 10 breeds based on the registration of members and here is the list: 1. Labrador Retriever 2. Yorkshire Terrier 3. German Shepherd Dog 4. Golden Retriever 5. Beagle 6. Boxer 7. Dachshund 8. Poodle 9. Shih Tzu 10. Bulldog For the first time since 1935, the Bulldog has broken into the top 10. The organization says ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on February 5, 2008

  • National Pet Dental Health Month

    Yes its that time again.  February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Dental care for pets is a serious issue, there can be dangerous consequences of poor dental health. Pets can suffer from tartar, gum disease, and tooth decay. It is important to clean your pet's teeth, or have the veterinarian do it, to prevent dental ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on February 5, 2008
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